How To Fix UISS017 - The order type of order &1 is &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UISS - Message class for UISS

• Message number: 017

• Message text: The order type of order &1 is &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UISS017 - The order type of order &1 is &2 ?

  The SAP error message UISS017 indicates that there is an issue with the order type of a specific order in the system. The message typically states that the order type of the order (identified by &1) is &2, which may not be valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Order Type: The order type specified in the order may not be valid for the transaction you are attempting to execute.
  Configuration Issues: The order type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be allowed for the specific process you are trying to perform.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to work with the specified order type.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the order type, such as missing or incorrect settings in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for order types in SAP (Transaction code: OPL8 or similar).
  Verify that the order type is correctly defined and that it is allowed for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review the Order:
  
  Check the specific order (using the order number &1) to ensure that it is in the correct status and that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to work with the specified order type. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the order type and its allowed operations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO03: Display Production Order
  OPL8: Order Type Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message UISS017 for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.